🇨🇳 Shanghai vs Shiraz 🇮🇷

Shanghai, China vs Shiraz, Iran — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Shiraz is the warmer of the two — about 5 degrees warmer on average across the year. Shiraz is drier, with roughly 86 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇨🇳 Shanghai🇮🇷 Shiraz
Avg annual high20°C25°C
Hottest monthJuly (32°C)July (38°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (1°C low)January (0°C low)
Rainy days / year11933
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitApril, May, OctoberApril, October, November

🇨🇳 Shanghai

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (32°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

🇮🇷 Shiraz

Best around April, October, November. Hottest in July (38°C), coldest lows in January (0°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Shanghai or Shiraz warmer?

Shiraz is warmer overall, averaging about 5 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Shanghai or Shiraz?

Shanghai is rainier — Shiraz sees about 86 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Shanghai vs Shiraz?

Shanghai is best around April, May, October; Shiraz is best around April, October, November.

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